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Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) Chairperson, Prof. Celestino Obua, has announced a significant reduction in examination malpractice cases during the 2024 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams. This development marks a positive trend, with UACE 2024 recording the lowest number of malpractice cases compared to the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) and Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) exams. “on another positive note, the #UACE2024 examination had the least number of cases of examination malpractice compared to the Primary Leaving examination (PLE) and UCE examinations, and as such, very few results will be withheld. The affected candidates will be accorded hearings…

It was happiness and unmatched joy as the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) Managing Director, Dr. Eng. Silver Mugisha launched a much-sought-after water supply project in Kalungu, bringing relief to residents long plagued by water shortages. The newly commissioned UGX 20 billion project, entirely funded by NWSC through market finance arrangements, features a 4,000,000 liters-per-day water treatment plant. This substantial infrastructure is designed to address the region’s current and future water needs, serving Kalungu, Kyamulibwa, Bugomola, Lusango, Luvule, Kamuli, Lugasa, and other surrounding towns. Dr. Mugisha, during the commissioning ceremony, emphasized the project’s “do-it-yourself” approach, a strategy that enabled…

Uganda has secured €85 million (UGX 340 billion) from France to transform water supply and urban development in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area. €45M for Water Expansion – More clean water, better access, and improved distribution.€40M for Urban Growth – Strengthening Kampala’s infrastructure and services. This investment will increase water production to 240M liters/day, benefiting 3 million+ people in areas like Kira, Kasangati, Kawempe & Mutungo. Plus, 2,600 prepaid meters & 71km of new pipelines will bring safe water to informal settlements. Finance Minister Matia Kasaija calls this a game-changer in Uganda’s Vision 2040, while NWSC MD Dr. Silver Mugisha…

In a profound act of solidarity and compassion, dfcu Bank has extended a helping hand to over 200 underprivileged families in Kasokoso and Katanga Slums through a Ramadan food drive in partnership with the Ayitah Charity Foundation. With a UGX 30 million contribution from the Bank, the initiative aimed to provide essential nourishment and relief, embodying the values of generosity and empathy that define the holy month. Over the next weeks, more families across the country will receive the packs that include sugar, rice, posho, beans, cooking oil and laundry soap. dfcu Bank staff played a hands-on role in the…

The Electoral Commission of Uganda has declared Erias Nalukoola, the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate, the winner of the Kawempe North by-election. According to the official results announced by the Electoral Commission, Nalukoola garnered 17764 votes, beating his closest rival, Faridah Nambi of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) who pulled off 8593 votes. The by-election was held amidst a tense campaign period, marked by violence and unrest. Journalists and opposition supporters were targeted, with some being assaulted and arrested. Nalukoola’s victory is seen as a significant win for the NUP, ahead of next year’s general elections which has which has…

MTN Uganda, the country’s leading telecom and technology company, is proud to launch the second phase of its dynamic brand campaign “Together We’re Unstoppable”. Building on the success of its first phase, this campaign continues to celebrate the hard work, innovation, and resilience of Ugandans. It also reaffirms MTN’s commitment to supporting their aspirations through unparalleled innovation and unmatched connectivity. While launching the campaign, Sylvia Mulinge, MTN Uganda’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “Ugandans are known for their relentless hard work and ability to overcome challenges. At MTN, we share these values. As the backbone of Uganda’s communication infrastructure, we understand…

The situation with journalists being arrested and assaulted while covering the Kawempe North by-election in Uganda is escalating and heavy reports of mistreatment. According to recent updates, security operatives have dumped the arrested journalists near Kawempe Police station. “Raymond Tamale, Abubaker Lubowa, and Denis Kabugo who earlier on were brutally assaulted and abducted in a drone have now been returned, bearing physical scars from cable wire and baton beatings. They were abandoned at Kawempe Police Station.” Our reporter noted. This incident is part of a larger pattern of violence against journalists in Uganda. Just yesterday, a Spark TV cameraman, Steven…

The implementation of phase III of the national CCTV project by the Uganda Police Force (UPF) will require an additional US$62 million. This revelation was made by the Undersecretary of the Police Aggrey Wunyi while appearing before the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs on Tuesday, 11 March 2025. Wunyi said that the project is still at the design and budget solicitation stage. AUDIO Wunyi The State Minister for Internal Affairs, Hon. David Muhoozi led members of the force to the meeting of the committee. The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Abbas Byakagaba accompanied the minister. The minister added that the…

Bank of Uganda (BoU), which monitors the country’s inflation and keeps a close eye on the foreign exchange market, is well positioned to manage the shocks resulting from the current global economic uncertainty and regional instability. Speaking during the 5th Stanbic Uganda Economic Insights Symposium on Tuesday, Dr. Adam Mugume, the Director of Research at BoU said, “As the Central Bank, we are aware of these prevailing conditions on our economic highway like the debt burden, climate change, the election time and the wars in our neighbouring countries. We are on top of the game so that our small car…

Uganda crowned its first-ever Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda 2025 on International Women’s Day. The occasion, held under the theme “Accelerating Women’s Involvement in Climate Action for Resilience, Livelihoods, and a Sustainable World,” marked a significant milestone in empowering young women as climate action champions. The event, organized by Africa Tourism and Environment Initiatives (ATEI), served as a pre-activity for Uganda Water and Environment Week (UWEWK). It sought to highlight the crucial role of young women in tackling climate change and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). After an…